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31 Union Square

Manhattan, NY 10003BBL 1-00844-0017Map

Owner of record: David Ellis Real Estate, L.p.

31 Union Square is an elevator apartment building built in 1902 in Manhattan, 10003. It has 82 residential units across 16 floors. The owner of record is David Ellis Real Estate, L.p.. HPD has recorded 65 housing violations here, most recently on May 7, 2026. 15 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 9 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.

HPD violations
65
DOB violations
81
ECB violations
45
HPD complaints
57

What to know

Concern
1 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation May 7, 2026

Date of the most recent HPD inspection that found a problem.

Good
No unpaid ECB fines

No balance due on recent ECB violations.

Rent stabilization

Rent-stabilized units in 2024
9
About 11% of the building's 82 apartments
Down from 11 in 2019

Counts come from owners' rent-stabilization filings shown on NYC Department of Finance tax bills, as extracted by JustFix. They tell you a building has stabilized apartments, not which ones.

Stabilized units by tax-bill year

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Violations

Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.

HPD housing violations · 65

  • A

    File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.

    May 7, 2026

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.

    Apr 29, 2026

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • I

    And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.

    Nov 17, 2025

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • I

    And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.

    Nov 17, 2025

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at fire door at east section at public hall, 13th story

    Jan 4, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the 2nd room from east located at apt 11c, 11th story, 3rd apartment from east at south

    Jan 4, 2023 · Apt 11C

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling and all walls in the 2nd room from east located at apt 11c, 11th story, 3rd apartment from east at south

    Jan 4, 2023 · Apt 11C

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling and east wall in the kitchen located at apt 11c, 11th story, 3rd apartment from east at south

    Jan 4, 2023 · Apt 11C

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.

    Mar 8, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • I

    And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.

    Feb 15, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
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  • A

    File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.

    Feb 15, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.

    Apr 1, 2021

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department two window frames at south wall in the 2nd room from east located at apt 4f, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Oct 20, 2020 · Apt 4F

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the east wall and the ceiling inside closet in the 1st room from east located at apt 4f, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Oct 20, 2020 · Apt 4F

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department door frame at closet. in the 1st room from east located at apt 4f, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Oct 20, 2020 · Apt 4F

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department door frame at room entrance door in the 1st room from east located at apt 4f, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Oct 20, 2020 · Apt 4F

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all walls and the ceiling in the 2nd room from east located at apt 4f, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Oct 20, 2020 · Apt 4F

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor around the two radiators at south wall in the 2nd room from east located at apt 4f, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Oct 20, 2020 · Apt 4F

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department window stool in the 1st room from east located at apt 4f, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Oct 20, 2020 · Apt 4F

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic floor tiles in the kitchen located at apt 4f, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Oct 20, 2020 · Apt 4F

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Properly secure the loose counter top at north wall in the kitchen located at apt 4f, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Oct 20, 2020 · Apt 4F

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Replace with new the missing electrical outlet cover at north wall in the kitchen located at apt 4f, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Oct 20, 2020 · Apt 4F

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective caulking around bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 4f, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Oct 20, 2020 · Apt 4F

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Arrange and make self-closing the doors .. in the entrance located at apt 4f, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Oct 20, 2020 · Apt 4F

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    § 329, m/d law and dept. rules and regs. provide a completed certificate of inspection visits in a proper frame at or near mailboxes, bottom edge of frame between 48-62 inches above floor missing frame and card at public hall, 1st story

    Dec 28, 2019

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Post, in a form approved by the commissioner, and maintain a notice in a common area of the building regarding the procedures that should be followed when a gas leak is suspected at public hall, 1st story

    Dec 28, 2019

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Post a proper notice of smoke detector requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, at or near the mail box missing at public hall, 1st story

    Dec 28, 2019

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Post and maintain a proper sign on wall of entrance story showing the registration number assigned by the department and the address of the building. at public hall, 1st story

    Dec 28, 2019

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Post and maintain a proper notice on wall of the entrance story in english and spanish on the availability of the agencys housing information guide. a sample notice can be found at www.nyc.gov/hpd. at public hall, 1st story

    Dec 28, 2019

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at north wall in the 3rd room from north located at apt 4f, 4th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Dec 23, 2019 · Apt 4F

    Open — Nov certified late
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at north and south walls. in the 2nd room from north located at apt 4f, 4th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Dec 23, 2019 · Apt 4F

    Open — Nov certified late
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at north wall in the 2nd room from north located at apt 4f, 4th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Dec 23, 2019 · Apt 4F

    Open — Nov certified late
  • A

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic floor tiles in the 1st kitchen from north located at apt 4f, 4th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Dec 23, 2019 · Apt 4F

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Arrange and make self-closing the doors .. in the entrance located at apt 11c, 11th story, 3rd apartment from east at south

    Apr 11, 2018 · Apt 11C

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the kitchen located at apt 11c, 11th story, 3rd apartment from east at south

    Dec 12, 2017 · Apt 11C

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Replace the broken or defective bathtub in the 2nd bathroom from east located at apt 11c, 11th story, 3rd apartment from east at south

    Dec 12, 2017 · Apt 11C

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector missing located at apt 11c, 11th story, 3rd apartment from east at south

    Dec 12, 2017 · Apt 11C

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). - missing located at apt 11c, 11th story, 3rd apartment from east at south

    Dec 12, 2017 · Apt 11C

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all walls and ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 11c, 11th story, 3rd apartment from east at south

    Dec 12, 2017 · Apt 11C

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair and abate unsafe electric wiring condition consisting of exposed electric wires at electric water heater under sink at west wall in the kitchen located at apt 11c, 11th story, 3rd apartment from east at south

    Dec 12, 2017 · Apt 11C

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 3e, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Nov 16, 2017 · Apt 3E

    Open — Invalid certification
  • B

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 3e, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Nov 16, 2017 · Apt 3E

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    § 329, m/d law and dept. rules and regs. provide a completed certificate of inspection visits in a proper frame at or near mailboxes, bottom edge of frame between 48-62 inches above floor missing at public hall, 1st story

    Nov 16, 2017

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Post a proper notice of smoke detector requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, at or near the mail box missing at public hall, 1st story

    Nov 16, 2017

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Post a proper notice of carbon monoxide detecting device requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, in a common area of a class a multiple dwelling near inspection certificate or provide notice to tenants in a private dwelling. at public hall, 1st story

    Nov 16, 2017

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • I

    And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.

    Nov 6, 2017

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair and abate unsafe electric wiring condition consisting of exposed electrical wires north wall at entrance to building , 1st story

    Jul 21, 2016

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector defective in the entire apartment located at apt 4f, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jan 5, 2015 · Apt 4F

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Provide a piece of garden hose 10 feet in length with female coupling and a 10 quart pail on premises to test sprinkler system. at public hall, 4th story

    Jan 5, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Seal in open position the o.s.y. valve of the sprinkler system in accordance with the rules and regulations of this department -o.s.y.vavle not sealed in open position,at front south at east section cellar

    Jan 5, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed

DOB building violations · 81

  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2018 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 20, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2019 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 20, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired

    Violation issued to elevator - failure to file category 1 2017 inspection/test

    Apr 5, 2019

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired

    Violation issued to elevator - failure to file category 1 2017 inspection/test

    Apr 5, 2019

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired

    Violation issued to elevator - failure to file category 1 2017 inspection/test

    Apr 5, 2019

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired

    Violation issued to elevator - failure to file category 1 2017 inspection/test

    Apr 5, 2019

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Sep 13, 2018

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Sep 13, 2018

    Dob violation - resolved
  • No report and / or late filing (facade) facade required

    Failed to file fisp cycle 8a technical report by 02/21/2017

    May 31, 2018

    Dob violation - active
  • Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired

    Violation issued to elevator-failure to file category 1 2016 inspection/test

    Sep 15, 2017

    Dob violation - dismissed
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  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Aug 4, 2017

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Aug 1, 2017

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Aug 1, 2017

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Aug 1, 2017

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2015 inspection report

    Feb 24, 2017

    Dob violation - active
  • Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired

    Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2015 cat 1 insp/tst

    Jan 3, 2017

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired

    Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2015 cat 1 insp/tst

    Jan 3, 2017

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired

    Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2015 cat 1 insp/tst

    Jan 3, 2017

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired

    Violation issued to elevator-failure to file category 1 2015 inspection/test

    Dec 1, 2016

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired

    Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2014 cat 1 insp/tst

    Nov 14, 2016

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired

    Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2014 cat 1 insp/tst

    Nov 14, 2016

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired

    Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2014 cat 1 insp/tst

    Nov 14, 2016

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    Boro-comm

    Jan 27, 2016

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    Boro-comm

    Jan 27, 2016

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

    Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation

    Nov 5, 2014

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jul 31, 2014

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jul 31, 2014

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jul 31, 2014

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

    Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation

    Jun 19, 2013

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jun 17, 2013

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jun 17, 2013

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jun 17, 2013

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jun 17, 2013

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Failure to benchmark none

    Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4

    Jun 3, 2013

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Aug 24, 2012

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Aug 24, 2012

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Aug 24, 2012

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Aug 24, 2012

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Aug 15, 2012

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Failure to benchmark none

    Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4

    May 3, 2012

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

    Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation

    Feb 22, 2012

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2010 inspection report

    Dec 13, 2011

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2010 inspection report

    Dec 13, 2011

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jun 17, 2011

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jun 17, 2011

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jun 17, 2011

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jun 8, 2010

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jun 8, 2010

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jun 8, 2010

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jun 8, 2010

    Dob violation - resolved

ECB violations · 45

  • Class - 1

    Upon inspection observed interior renovations being performed to existing commercial retail commercial space on first floor. upon research of department records it was noted that work being performed under appl

    Jul 18, 2026 · Penalty $625

    Active
  • Class - 2

    3309.1;no overhead protetcion at expo#4 upon complaint inspection of a 16 story alt 2 i observed no overhead protetcion at expo#3 of 35 union sq building epxo#4 of 31 union sq below suspended scaffold work area

    Jun 17, 2019 · Penalty $6,250

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Failure to submit acceptable 8th round report of critical examination documenting condition of exterior walls & appurtenances required by 28-302.4 for control#802277.rem:submit required technical report.

    May 18, 2018 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain bldg walls or appurtenances. minor step cracks below windows 4 at 4th & 5th floors front facade. also spalling of decorative lodge below 2nd fl windows. remedy: maintain exterior bldg wall.

    Mar 19, 2016 · Penalty $500

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    General.means shall be provided to disconnect all conductors in a bldg or other structure from the service entrance conductors.bsmt service switch:w/o mean of disconnect provided for the bldg(multi dwelling sid

    Jul 30, 2014

    Resolve
  • Class - 3

    Electrical closet not dedicted to electrical distribution equipment only.bmst service electrical room:electrical room ceased as storage."union square cafe".rem:comply with ec code

    Jul 30, 2014 · Penalty $150

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Unapproved/unsafe/unsuitable electrical equipment,apparatus materials devices appliances or wiring in use.the entire apt 4fl:flexible cords used as permanent wiring defective(recip)tacks outlets are in use reci

    Jul 30, 2014 · Penalty $800

    Active
  • Class - 2

    B254,16,32a,50a,50b,50c,50d,50e,50f,50g,50h,50i,50j. 19east 16th st. boiler located at 31 union square west; 50a-fresh air fan not interlocked with boiler; 50b-sail switch not working; 50c-ladder & platform

    Sep 3, 2013

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Work w/o a permit. noted: at public, stairs and hall installed bracingand shoring from 2nd sty to 4th sty to make safe no prop engineer or r. architect plans on site, no seal on posted plan on door. no details.

    Apr 23, 2013 · Penalty $400

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain bldg in a code compliant manner. defects noted: @ time of inspection the staircase from the 4th fl to the roof is leaning out of plumb. the stringer is separating from the wall,strigers are

    Mar 25, 2013 · Penalty $1,000

    Resolve
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  • Class - 1

    Work w/o a permit, plumbing observed & photographed exterior gas fired infrared heaters(sidewalk heaters)5 or more on outside eating patio.search of dept.records reveals not permit were applied for or issued.se

    Nov 29, 2011 · Penalty $8,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    02x10,100m07,60b07,71x10,69m07,77q07,77x11,970o2. 02x- 2 way emergencycommuncation. 60b- provide by controller & machine. 100m- spin out (anti provide as per code.

    Mar 15, 2010

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    B4b/16/32a/50/50a/50b/.50-boiler flue pipe reduced,flue pipe not double wall,out side boiler room,flue not sealed to chimney,spill switch defective.50a-boiler safety valve not piped down.

    Jan 26, 2007 · Penalty $400

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    B4a/16/32a/50/50a/50b/50c/.50-fresh air fan to boiler room w/debris,also sail switch defective.50a-storage,debris & waste oil in boiler room50b-back flow preventer not piped down.50c-safety valve on hot water

    Jan 26, 2007 · Penalty $180

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Work w/o a permit: illegal work noted: at 11th & 10th fl having erected partitions to create new storage closets in public hallways w/ door & lock. remedy: restore to prior legal condition, or obtain all proper

    Jan 20, 2007 · Penalty $250

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Work w/o permit.at 11-12-13 fl plumbing & electrical work has been done at the elevator & staircase a landings & at rear around stair b partitions & doors are installed to make storage rooms non rated fire door

    Dec 15, 2006 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Noted: failure to post required signs at elev. landings. remedy: provide signs.

    Jun 1, 2006 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Exit passageway or corridor: total obstruction: observe at southwest corridor behind the west bldg staircase. the storage of 2 wood cabinetsvaccum cleaner, cardboard box, construction material lumber. 1" x 4" w

    Jan 5, 2006 · Penalty $480

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Work without a permit. work in progress on 12th floor. permit #103318269 issued 04/25/03 and expired 03/26/04. remedy: renew permit.

    Nov 18, 2004 · Penalty $250

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    83x10. 83-x-10-repair elevator for proper d.o.b elevator inspection cannot check shaftway doors and interlocks.

    Dec 24, 2003

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Work without a permit. interior partition at middle east side of apt. 11 has been removed. metal studs installed at bathroom(11th floor) bedroom made bigger. remedy: stop all work. obtain a permit. call dob bef

    Aug 27, 2002 · Penalty $250

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    02b12/74l01/02b12-provide propper size alarm bell under car 74l01 fire service defective no missing lock roller provision

    Jun 18, 2002 · Penalty $180

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    74l01/ fire service defective missing lock roller not work ing

    Jun 18, 2002

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Failure to safeguard public and property affected by construction operations.noted a iron holder installed in the brick facade became dislodge when workers cleaning the facade hooked loosen and broke the 4x3 gl

    Feb 5, 2000

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    19b07,74b07,46a06. 74b no lighting in secondary. 46 secure cable guardin secondary.

    Jan 24, 2000

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    1l11,35o2,35r9,50l11,53b7,57p7,73o2,74##. -1 alarm, -35 clean, -35 storage, -50 eliminate noise on main machine, -53 provide, -57 provideaccess, -73 clean installation, -74 provide access to secondary

    Mar 18, 1999 · Penalty $350

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    60j1,73o2,74##. -60 provide proper counterweight clearence, -73 clean installation, -74 provide access to secondary

    Mar 18, 1999 · Penalty $350

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Work without a permit: work noted removing old interior walls from public hallway and installing neew sheetrock ceiling and walls at all floors. work approx. 85% completed remedy: stop all work until you obtain

    Oct 28, 1997 · Penalty $175

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Failure to file an amended report acceptable to this department punsuant to rule r.c. ny 32-03 b (5) indicating correction of hazardous conditions described in initial ll 10/80 report remedy: file an amended re

    Jun 3, 1996 · Penalty $400

    Resolve
  • Unknown

    39f,40f,25m.#39-regroove sheive.#40-adjust governor rope tension #25-replace opeator cover and clean top of car.

    Jan 30, 1996

    Resolve
  • Unknown

    39f,15q,50y,35o.#39-regroove sheive 350-seal machine -oil leak #15-repair basement &1st floor htch door ##% clean room area and provide light in machine room.

    Jan 30, 1996

    Resolve
  • Unknown

    39f,40f,34m.#39-regroove sheive.#40-adjust governor tension rope #34-replace covers for junction box under car

    Jan 30, 1996

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    73x,35k. 35 steps.

    Apr 7, 1995

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Required means of egress obstructed: noted--a performance stag approx18/20 high has been errected in the required path of egress. the stairs have been removed as in decided of pa plans 151/81. remedy:---

    Oct 31, 1994

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Public assembly contrary to approved plans. pa-151181 amended plans dated 12/14/90. noted: 1 entranct\lobby doors-glass fpsc required 1 1/2. remedy: conform to approved plans .

    Oct 31, 1994

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Altered building occupied without a valid certificate of occupancy- temp. c f o #105,152 exp.08/25/94 location.cellar first story. metro- polis cafe ltd.remedy:obtain a valid certificate of occupancy

    Oct 11, 1994 · Penalty $675

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    15l,15l,74l. 15 all especially 12th floor 7th floor and bsmt.

    Aug 30, 1993

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    37l,50y.

    Aug 30, 1993

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Occupancy contrary to that allowed by the certificate of occupancy c of o #79123 dated feb 20, 79- location penthouse converted to office use. remedy: obtain a c of o if feasible or restore to prior lawful use.

    Oct 6, 1992 · Penalty $350

    Active
  • Hazardous

    46a37,4b7a,12c32, leak coming from front chamber excessive upter loss u/ defective boilers low water cut-off.

    May 27, 1992 · Penalty $170

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    73#; perform 5 year test,properly tag device & file elv.3 form.

    Jul 3, 1991

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    73x; restore or file to properly remove elevator

    Jul 3, 1991

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    73# perform 5 year test properly tag device & file elv3 form

    Jul 3, 1991

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    33o 50y 73# 73o 73 perform 5 year test properly tag device & file elv 3 form

    Jul 2, 1991

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Operation of a pa withut a current permit. remedy: obatain a currentpermit.

    Sep 13, 1988 · Penalty $35

    Active

Complaints

  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Jan 3, 2023 · Apt 11C

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Dec 7, 2021 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Dec 7, 2021 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Dec 7, 2021 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Oct 9, 2020 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Oct 9, 2020 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Oct 9, 2020 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Oct 9, 2020 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Dec 17, 2019 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Dec 17, 2019 · Apt 4F

    Close
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  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Dec 17, 2019 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Dec 17, 2019 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Dec 17, 2019 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Stairs

    Dec 17, 2019 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Electric

    No lighting

    Dec 17, 2019 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 11, 2017 · Apt 11C

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Dec 11, 2017 · Apt 11C

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Nov 28, 2017 · Apt 3E

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Nov 15, 2017 · Apt 3E

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Nov 15, 2017 · Apt 3E

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Oct 26, 2016 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    May 30, 2016 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    May 30, 2016 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Outside building

    Roofing

    May 30, 2016 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    May 23, 2016 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Water leak

    Damp spot

    Dec 31, 2015 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Electric

    Wiring

    Dec 31, 2015 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Safety

    Sprinkler

    Dec 31, 2015 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 31, 2015 · Apt 4R

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 3, 2015 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Electric

    Outlet/switch

    Jul 28, 2014 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Electric

    Wiring

    Jul 28, 2014 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Electric

    Outlet/switch

    Jul 28, 2014 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Electric

    Wiring

    Jul 28, 2014 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Jul 30, 2013 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 24, 2013 · Apt NA

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Smoke detector

    Feb 11, 2013 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Feb 11, 2013 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Radiator

    Feb 11, 2013 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Feb 11, 2013 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 4, 2013 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Feb 1, 2013 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 1, 2013 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 23, 2013 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 9, 2012 · Apt 11C

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 23, 2011 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Sprinkler

    May 25, 2010 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 27, 2009 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 25, 2009 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 17, 2009 · Apt 4F

    Close

Sales history

No recorded sales in our data

Sales come from the NYC Department of Finance rolling sales file.

Building details

Building type
Elevator apartment building (D6)
Year built
1902
Floors
16
Residential units
82
Building area
138,800 ft²
Lot area
7,175 ft²
Zoning
C6-2A
Community board
105
Council district
2
Block / lot
844 / 17
Assessed value
$17,672,850
Landmark / historic district
INDIVIDUAL LANDMARK

HPD registration #127279, last renewed Jul 16, 2026.

Questions about 31 Union Square

Who owns 31 Union Square?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is David Ellis Real Estate, L.p..

Does 31 Union Square have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 65 housing violations at this property.

Is 31 Union Square rent stabilized?

NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 9 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 11% of its 82 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.

When was 31 Union Square built?

City records list 1902 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 31 Union Square?

It has 82 residential units and 85 units in total.

Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.